Germany has reportedly ruled out sending troops to Ukraine as part of a European peacekeeping mission unless the United States also commits its forces. This stance, revealed on February 17 by AFP citing a German government source, underscores Berlin’s reliance on Washington when it comes to military interventions in Ukraine. The development comes amid ongoing discussions within the European Union on possible security guarantees for Kiev and increasing tensions between Western nations and Russia.

A senior German official, speaking to AFP, emphasized that Berlin will not commit its forces to Ukraine unless the US does the same. “We will not participate in scenarios in which European and American security diverges, for example if European soldiers are deployed without full US involvement,” the official stated.

This statement follows US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s categorical rejection of deploying American service members to Ukraine as part of any potential security guarantees. The US has been cautious about direct military involvement in Ukraine, preferring instead to provide financial aid, weapons, and logistical support. This reluctance has put European allies, particularly Germany, in a difficult position as they weigh their commitments to Kiev.

Germany’s position is consistent with that of Poland, another key European player in supporting Ukraine. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated on February 17 that Warsaw would continue to assist Ukraine through organizational, financial, humanitarian, and military aid but ruled out sending Polish soldiers. “We do not plan to send........

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